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title: Read Before Installing
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# Read Before Installing

Before installing sunnypilot, please review the following important information.

## Prerequisites

- A supported comma device (comma 3X or compatible)
- A compatible vehicle harness for your car
- A stable internet connection for the initial setup
- Your vehicle must be in the supported list

## Important Notes

!!! warning
    - sunnypilot is a **driver assistance** system — always pay attention to the road
    - Ensure your device firmware is up to date before installing
    - Installation will replace any existing openpilot installation on your device

## Choosing an Installation Method

| Method | Difficulty | Best For |
|--------|-----------|----------|
| [URL Method](url-method.md) | Easy | Most users |
| [SSH Method](ssh-method.md) | Advanced | Developers and power users |

## After Installation

1. The device will download and install the software
2. A reboot may be required
3. Follow the on-screen setup wizard
4. Take a test drive to calibrate the system

## Getting Help

If you run into issues:

- Visit the [sunnypilot community forum](https://community.sunnypilot.ai)
- Check [Reporting a Bug](../community/reporting-a-bug.md) for how to submit issues
